Curtis Mayfield ranks among the most important and influential artists of the past century, the definition of soul both as leader of the Impressions and as a solo artist. As a singer and musician, his pure tone melted hearts and as a songwriter, he was peerless, a voice of African-American pride as well as a man whose insights into the ways of the heart spoke to generations.
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Give Me More – EP From Charles Webster Feat Shana Halligan
Miso Records is very proud to present another new project for 2012, this time it’s, Charles Webster featuring Shana Halligan – ‘Give Me More’.
Many people will already know Shana from her previous recordings with the L.A group Bitter:Sweet (the band gained massive support from the USA’s most influential radio station KCRW etc. also, their tracks have been picked up by hit T.V shows such as “Lipstick Jungle” and “The sex and the city (film)”) and her guest appearances with French band Nouvelle Vague.
Geoff Achison Sets Sights on the U.S. with Release of Little Big Men CD, Out April 10 on Jupiter 2 Records
Australian blues/roots guitar sensation Geoff Achison, whose sound combines elements of blues, funk and jam band music, will hit the American shores with a vengeance for an extensive tour starting in March and extending through June in support of his upcoming CD release, Little Big Men, due for release April 10 on Jupiter 2 Records. Little Big Men, which will be available for sale on Amazon.com, iTunes, CD Baby and at the artist’s website, contains a re-mastered version of 14 tracks originally released to great acclaim in Australia several years ago but had been in limited release in the U.S., augmented by three previously unavailable bonus tracks.
Hey D.J! Don’t Stop The Music!
The Soundbyte Music Factory is pleased to announce the release of the ‘Hey D.J!’ e.p by Chichester (UK) based Dance / electro pop outfit Basejett.
Having made a good showing in the MTV Brand New for 2012 contest Basejett has been ranked in MTV’s top UK 500 acts to follow in 2012. Basejett’s début e.p. ‘Hey D.J!’ is now available in all major online stores including iTunes, Amazon, Spotify and Play.com to name but a few.
‘Hey D.J!’ features 3 tracks exclusively remixed for the e.p. By Producer Tony Clark and two previously unreleased tracks.
Award-Winning Artist Rachael Sage To Release 10th Album “Haunted By You”
Illustrious and riveting, Rachael Sage is a born performer. With mezmerizing vocals, a natural talent for songwriting and flair in droves, it’s no surprise that the prolific songstress has garnered attention internationally. “Haunted By You”, set to hit via Rachael’s own MPress Records on May 22nd, is a song cycle about passion and features guest vocalists Dar Williams, Katie Costello and actor/director Joshua Leonard (“Blair Witch Project”, “Humpday”). The NYC-based artist and producer explains, “I fell recklessly in and out of love multiple times while writing this record. I broke a couple hearts…and I also had my heart broken pretty badly”. “Haunted By You” is a record that is immediately welcoming, pulling you in from the very first melodies and swirling effortlessly and seductively through your ears and into your heart on the very first listen.
Cutting Edge Goes To College
One of the most original & creatively driven bands in the universe, Cutting Edge, ‘Goes Back To College’ to figure out this constant love-hate relationship we have with each other in this thing called life. What Cutting Edge has brought to the table on this new record are songs about anti-war, relationships, government control, equality of women, love & loss, temptations and can’t forget good times. Staying true to being extremely eclectic, Cutting Edge has put all of this material together to make up one BIG EXTRAVAGANZA of DIVERSITY! Cutting Edge believes in variety within their music and you will definitely get your fill of that on ‘Goes Back To College’.
